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C L A S S : X I I
S U B : G E N E R A L E N G L I S H
S E C T I O N A : R E A D I N G C O M P R E H E N S I O N
Read the following passage. Make notes (5 marks), write a summary (4
marks) with a s u i t b l e title (1 mark).
Artificial intelligence (Al) is making a difference to how legal work is done,
but it isn't the threat it is made out to be. Al is making impressive progress
and shaking u p things all over t h e world today. The assumption that
advancements i n technology a n d artificial intelligence will render any
profession defunct is just that, an assumption and a false one. The only
purpose this assumption serves is creating mass panic and hostility towards
embracing technology that is meant to make our lives casier.
* penie srd hostity towards
Let us understand what this means explicitly for the legal world. The ambit
of Al includes recognizing human speech and objects, making decisions
based o n data, a n d translating languages. Tasks that c a n b e defined as
'search-and-find' type can be performed by Al.
Introducing A l t o this profession will primarily b e for t h e purpose o f
a u t o m a t i n g m u n d a n e , t e d i o u s t a s k s t h a t require negligible h u m a n
intelligence. The kind of artificial intelligence that is employed by industries
in the current scene, when extended to the law will enable quicker services at
a l o w e r price. A l i s m e a n t t o automate a n u m b e r o f t a s k s t h a t t a k e u p
precious working hours lawyers could b e devoted t o tasks that require
discerning, empathy, and trust- qualities that cannot be replicated by even the
most sophisticated form of Al. The legal profession is one o f the oldest
professions in the world. Thriving over 1000 years; trust, judgement, and
diligence are the pillars of this profession. The most important pillar is the
relationship of trust between a lawyer and clients, which can only be
achieved through human connection and interaction.
While artificial intelligence can b e useful i n scanning and organizing
documents pertaining to a case, it cannot perform higher-level tasks such as
sharp decision making, relationship-building with valuable clients and writing
legal briefs, advising clients, and appearing in court. These are over and
above the realm o f computerization.
The smooth proceeding o f a case is not possible without sound legal
research. While presenting cases lawyers need t o assimilate information in
the form of legal research by referring to a number of relevant cases to find
those t h a t w i l l f a v o u r t h e i r c l i e n t ' s m o t i o n . L a w y e r s a r e e v e n r e q u i r e d t o
thoroughly know the opposing stand and supporting legal arguments they can
expect to prepare a watertight defence strategy. Al, software that operates on
natural language enables electronic discovery of information relevant to a
case, contract reviews, and automation generation of legal documents.
Al utilizes big-data analytics which enables visualization of case data. It also
allows for creation o f a m a p o f the cases which were cited in previous cases
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and their resulting verdicts, as per the website Towards Data Science. The
probability o f a positive outcome of a case can be predicted by leveraging
predictive analytics with machine learning. This i s advantageous t o firms as
they con determine the return on investment in litigation and whether an
agreement o r arbitration should b e considered.
Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
I got posted i n Srinngar in the 1980s. Its rugged mountains, gushing rivers
and vast meadows reminded me of the landscapes of my native place - the
Jibhi Valley i n Himachal Pradesh. Unlike Srinagar t h a t s a w numerous
tourists, Jibhi Valley remained clouded in anonymity. That's when the seed
o f starting tourism in Jibhi was planted. I decided to leave my service in the
Indian Army and follow the urge to return home.
We had two houses - a family house and a traditional house, which we o f e n
rented out. I pleaded with my father to ask the tenant to vacate the house so
that 1 could convert it into a guesthouse. When my family finally relented, 1
renovated the house keeping its originality intact, just adding windows for
sunlight.
I still remember the summer o f 1992 when I put n signboard outside m y first
guesthouse i n Jibhi Valley! The village residents, however, were sceptical
about m y success. My business kept growing but it took years for tourism to
take o f i n Jibhi Valley. Things changed significantly after 2008 w h e n the
government launched a home stay scheme. People built home stays and with
rapid tourism growth, the region changed rapidly. Villages turned into towns
w i t h m a n y c o n c r e t e b u i l d i n g s . L o c a l b u s i n e s s e s a n d t o u r i s t s c o n t i n u e d
putting a burden on nature.
Then, with the 2020-21 pandemic and lockdown, tourism came to a complete
standstill i n Jibhi Valley, Local people, who were employed a t over a
hundred home stays and guesthouses, returned t o their villages. Some went
back to farming; some took up pottery and some got involved in government
w o r k schemes. N o w , all ardently hope that normalcy a n d tourism will return
t0 the valley soon. In a way, the pandemic has given us an opportunity to
introspect, go back to our roots and look for sustainable solutions.
For m e . tourism has been m y greatest teacher. It brought people from many
countries and all states o f India t o m y guesthouse. It gave m e exposure to
different cultures and countless opportunities t o learn n e w things. Most
people who stayed a t my guesthouse became m y repeat clients and good
friends. When I look back, I feel proud, yet humbled at the thought that 1 was
not only able t o fulfill my dream despite all the challenges, but also play a
role in establishing tourism in the beautiful valley that I call home.
1. T h e scenic b e a u t y o f S r i n a g a r m a k e s t h e w r i t e r feel
A . a w e s t r u c k
B. nostalgic
C. cheerful
D . c o n f u s c
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2 . A c o l l o c a t i o n is a g r o u p o f w o r d s t h a t o f t e n o c c u r t o g e t h e r. T h e w r i t e r
s a y s t h a t J i b h i v a l l e y r e m a i n e d c l o u d e d i n a n o n y m i t y . S e l e c t t h e w o r d
from the options that correctly collocates with clouded in.
A . d i s g u s t
B . a n g e r
C. d o u b t
D . j o y
3. The author was posted in Srinagar in 1991. (true/false)
4. T h e phrase s e e d o f starting journalism' refers to
A . initiation
B . g r o w t h
C . termination
D. follow-up
5. W h a t w a s t h e effect o f local businesses u n d tourists o n n a t u r e ?
6. Which word in paragraph 4 means "to examine one's own thoughts
and feelings'?
7 . B e f o r e t h e l o c k d o w n _was a s o u r c e o f employment f o r local
people? S. How did the author manage to keep the originality of the house intact?
9. W h a t d i d t h e a u t h o r d o i n t h e s u m m e r o f 1992?
10. T h e a n t o n y m o f skeptical is.
S E C T I O N B : W R I T I N G S K I L L S A N D G R A M M A R
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You a r e Rohini Rajan. You want a dance teacher f o r your younger sister.
Write an advertisement to be published in the classified columns of a local
newspaper in 40-50 words.
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Your grandparents are celebrating 50 years o f their marriage next week.
Invite your friend to a party a t your h o m e in 40-50words.
Mis Mindustan Fur Sherm g a l . 3a Pa Sang or quor or prices of 6 Marks
furniture i t e m s for offices a n d homes. Also inquire about t h e discount, billing
process a n d credit facilities. O R
W r i t e a l e t t e r t o t h e M a y o r o f y o u r c i t y c o m p l a i n i n g a b o u t t h e e x c e s s f l o w o f
traffic o u t s i d e y o u r school g a t e a n d g i v e suggestions for resolving t h e issue.
You are Showkat Hussain, Head Boy of GAV Public School, Srinagar.
Yo u s e e a classified advertisement in the newspaper inviting applications for
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the post of teacher in High Dale School, Jammu. Write your resume and
cover letter (120-150) to the Principal applying for the job.
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T h e 21" century h a s been called the century o f women's equality. Young
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Women are breaking barriers and creating new models o f achievement
andleadership. Arunima Sinha, despite losing her leg in a horrific train
n c c i d e n t .
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scaled Mount Everest and several other peaks across t h e w o r l d . Write n
personality profile o f any woman achiever you admire or consider a role
model. (200-250 words)
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People encounter many obstacles and suffer through many failures in life.
Such experiences strengthen their character and equip them with abilities to
face challenges confidently and successfully. Recount a real experience you
had that changed your perspective and turned out t o be a lifelong lesson.
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7 Edit the following passage:
I was lucky to have so good tenchers, said Gurudev. I remained silent. Then
he continued, ' I made me work on the path they laid before me, from getting
on before the crack of dawn to cleaning the dirtiest places o n the premises. I f
I stand before you today and offer my teachings to you, it is because o f my
gurus." I was feeling relaxed as he spoke i n h i s placid tone a n d peaceful
voice that seemed to come from some serene grove where a brook babbled i n
tranquility. I was about to go for a trance when Gurudev lifts his hands above
his head, joined them togcther and said, 'ive are mercly puppets! Our strings
are held by Him, the Everlasting, the Ever-knowing.'
S E C T I O N C : L I T E R A T U R E
8 a . R e a d t h e extract a n d answer t h e questions t h a t follow (1 m a r k
c a c h ) :
When Aunt is dead, her terrified hands will lie
Still'ringed with ordeals she was mastered by.
The tigers in the pancl that she made
Will go on prancing, proud and unafraid.
1. N a m e t h e p o e m and the poct.
2 . Who is the aunt afraid of?
3 . W h a t d o the tigers represent here?
4 . N a m e t h e figure o f speech u s e d in l i n e 2 .
b . Answer a n y t o o f the following questions in 40-50 words ench (3
m a r k s cach):
i . ii. ili. What were the poet's feelings on her way to the airport?
What is the sadness the poet refers to in 'Keeping Quiet?
Write about the image the poct uses to describe the beautiful bounty
o f the earth in ' A Thing o f Beauty'
9 Answer a n y t h r e e o f t h e following questions i n 40-50 w o r d s e a c h :
a ) Describe the background in which "The Last Lesson' has been set.
b ) Mention some of the hazards of working in the glass bangles industry.
c ) H o w d o e s Douglas overcome h i s fear o f water?
d ) What made the peddler think that he had indeed fallen into a rattrap?
e ) Why did Gandhi consider the Champaran episode to be a turning
point i n h i s life?
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Answer t h e following question in 150-200 words:
Apparent illogicality sometimes turns out to be n futuristic projection.
Discuss with reference to "The Third Level'.
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Do you agree that 'The Enemy' teaches us we have to make hard choices
between our roles as private individuals and as citizens with a sense of
National loyalty? Justify your answer.
Answer t h e following question in 120-150 words:
The theme o f "On the Face o f It' is that optimism in one's attitude helps deal
with all challenges in life. Discuss.
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The actual pain or inconvenience caused by a physical impairment is ofen
much less than the sense o f alienation felt by the person with disabilities.
Discuss in light o f O n the Face o f It'.
